RRB ALP & Technicians exam, conducted on August 17, 2018, during the second shift at the ION Digital Zone iDZ 2 Patia.
Mathematics and Aptitude
The paper includes mathematical problems covering simple interest, speed-time-distance, LCM, divisibility rules, and algebra.
Geometry and physics-related math questions involve rhombus properties, pentadecagon diagonals, and convex lens calculations.
Data interpretation tasks are based on family expenditure charts.
General Science
Chemistry: Covers redox reactions, the history of the periodic table, molecular weight of gases, and chemical reactions, such as the effect of HCl on washing soda and CO2 in lime water.
Biology: Includes questions on the basic unit of taxonomy, vitamin deficiencies linked to excessive bleeding, and reproductive methods in organisms.
Physics: Topics include kinetic energy, the universal gravitational constant, and absolute refractive indices.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs (as of Feb 2018)
Appointments and Figures: Includes the appointment of Dr. Soumya Swaminathan to the WHO, Kalyan Krishnamurthy as Flipkart's CEO, and President Ram Nath Kovind’s home state, Uttar Pradesh.
Historical and Sports Context: Mentions Vidarbha winning the Ranji Trophy and the Champaran Satyagraha regarding indigo farming.
Reasoning
The reasoning section features analytical questions, including syllogisms, mirror and water images, blood relations, alphabet series, and Venn diagrams.